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Yellow law enforcement tape isolating crime scene. Blurred view of city, toned in red and blue police car lights

Triple Shooting in Fort Washington Leaves One Dead, Two Injured

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January 2, 2024
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FORT WASHINGTON, MD – The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the early hours yesterday morning. The incident took place in the 7500 block of Blanford Drive, Fort Washington.

The victim has been identified as 21-year-old Jarreau Sanders from Bowie. Tragically, Sanders was pronounced dead shortly after being driven to a hospital following the shooting. In the same incident, two other adults were shot: a male who is currently in critical condition and a female whose injuries are not life-threatening.

Detectives are working diligently to ascertain a motive and identify potential suspects. In this case, a reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest and indictment.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is urging anyone with information related to this case to contact the Homicide Unit at 301-516-2512.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

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Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

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